Pentax X-5 vs Sony TX100V

Its time to take a closer look at the Pentax X-5 versus Sony TX100V, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact by rivals Pentax and Sony. The image resolution of the X-5 (16MP) and the TX100V (16MP) is fairly close and they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The X-5 was revealed 20 months later than the TX100V making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Pentax X-5 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony TX100V being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the X-5 matches up vs the TX100V in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax X-5 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX100V. The full galleries are provided at Pentax X-5 Gallery and Sony TX100V Gallery.

In case you're looking to lug around your camera regularly, you'll need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Pentax X-5 has outer dimensions of 119mm x 86mm x 107mm (4.7" x 3.4" x 4.2") and a weight of 595 grams (1.31 lbs) while the Sony TX100V has measurements of 97mm x 59mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs).

Check out the Pentax X-5 versus Sony TX100V in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the X-5 against the TX100V.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the X-5 and TX100V is 65 and 95 respectively.

Usually, it's difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements just by viewing specs. The photograph underneath will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the X-5 and TX100V.

All in all, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same MP so you should expect comparable quality of pictures although you would want to consider the production date of the cameras into account. The fresher X-5 provides an edge with regard to sensor technology.